Pregnancy is coming to its logical conclusion, and the future mother is faced with the question: what to take to the hospital? What items are essential and which ones can you do without? How to sort everything you need so that childbirth and the first days next to your beloved baby pass comfortably and joyfully? So, by the day of childbirth, a pregnant woman should have documents and necessary things with her, which are conditionally divided into “three bags”: one for the birth itself, the other for things that the mother will need in the postpartum period, and the third for things for the newborn baby . In addition, it is advisable to immediately prepare the fourth bag for discharge. You can immediately take it with you to the hospital or instruct your relatives to bring it on the day of discharge.

When to pack a bag for the hospital?

It is advisable to carry the necessary documents with you constantly from the 32nd week, because pregnancy is an unpredictable time. The “alarm case”, that is, all the necessary things for the maternity hospital, arranged in bags, is best collected by the 36th week of pregnancy, since childbirth can begin at any time.

What bag to take to the hospital?

Sanitary rules and regulations (SanPiN) prohibit the use of fabric, leather or wicker bags in the maternity hospital as potential sources of the spread of pathogenic bacteria. All necessary items must be packed in plastic bags or bags. For the woman herself, it is convenient if the bag is transparent - it will be easier to find the right thing.

It is unlikely that the staff of the maternity hospital will approve of the large number of packages brought by the pregnant woman to the maternity ward. The division into 3 or 4 bags is conditional, ideally you should have one bag with you.

You can buy ready-made "bags to the hospital", or you can complete the contents yourself and put them in a plastic bag (s).

What documents are needed in the maternity hospital?

The list of documents for the maternity hospital is standard for all residents of Russia; in 2015 it remains the same as the list for 2014.

Documents required in the maternity hospital:

• passport;
• medical insurance policy;
• an exchange card with the results of tests and ultrasound (otherwise, the woman in labor is sent to the observational department of the maternity hospital as unexamined);
• birth certificate (if you did not register with antenatal clinic, it will be given out in the maternity hospital itself);
• childbirth contract, if you signed one;
• in case of partner birth - passport, fluorography, tests for the accompanying person.

In addition to documents, the first necessities also include a mobile phone with a charger.

List of things in the hospital: what you need to take for childbirth? (bag 1)

What can I take to the hospital for the birth itself? The list is small. Theoretically, you only need to have washable slippers with you, and everything else should be given out in the rodblok itself. However, each hospital has its own rules, which you should know in advance.

During childbirth, you may also need:

• a loose T-shirt or nightgown, preferably not new;
• clean drinking water (at least 1 liter, some even take 5-liter bottles with them);
• towel and liquid baby soap;
• disposable toilet seats;
• warm, but not woolen socks;
• camera or video camera (if you plan to capture the joyful moment of the birth of a child; in this case, your birth partner should have them with you).

What to take to eat at the maternity hospital for the birth itself is usually asked by those who are about to give birth for the first time. During the birth process, women in labor are the last to think about food. But if you still intend to take something edible for yourself, then let it be baked or dried fruits, bread or crackers, boiled eggs, broth.

In the same package, put aside things for the newborn, which will be put on him immediately after childbirth:

• diaper;
• vest, blouse or bodysuit;
• sliders;
• bonnet.

Maternity hospital list for mom: things you need after childbirth (bag 2)

After giving birth, a young mother will have to live in the maternity hospital for several days, so you should take care of all the necessary things in advance: clothes, household items and personal hygiene items.

So, what to take a pregnant woman to the hospital for the postpartum period:

• Nightgown and bathrobe (although in many maternity hospitals only those issued are allowed to be used);
• Pads for postpartum discharge. However, doctors sometimes prohibit the use of pads to control blood loss;
• Soft toilet paper, paper toilet seats;
• Toothbrush and toothpaste;
• Towel, comb, mirror;
• Nail scissors;
• Soap, shower gel, shampoo, hypoallergenic intimate hygiene product, unscented or low-scented deodorant;
• Special disposable or cotton underpants (3-5 pieces);
• Nursing bra (1-2 pieces) and disposable inserts for it;
• Postpartum bandage (if you plan to wear it);
• Cream "D-Panthenol" or "Bepanten", which can be useful for cracked nipples or for lubricating the ass of a newborn in places of redness;
• Glycerin suppositories (many have problems with stool after childbirth);
• Face cream, hand cream, hygienic lipstick;
• Vitamins for pregnant and lactating women, other medicines (if you are taking);
• Drinking water without gas. Otherwise, you will have to drink "local" - boiled tap water;
• Dishes - a mug, a plate and a spoon.
• Notepad and pen for writing down important information;
• Magazine or book to read at leisure;
• Garbage bags (there is usually no trash can in the wards).

Visits are usually allowed in maternity hospitals, during which, if necessary, you will be given the missing items or products. Please note that the list of allowed products in the maternity hospital may vary depending on the institution.

In addition, here are the answers to the most frequently asked questions:

What pads to take to the hospital? Better - specially postpartum (postoperative or urological), they have maximum absorbency, and the discharge after childbirth in the first days is abundant. One package to the hospital will be enough. Some women, however, are more familiar and comfortable with the usual "night" pads (in this case, take a couple of packs of soft pads - not a "mesh" that leads to sweating).

What is the best dressing gown to take to the hospital? If the medical institution of your choice does not provide their own sterile gowns and nightgowns, choose a cotton gown that will be comfortable for you, first of all, during feeding (unbutton, open). The best options are with a zipper or with a wrap.

What soap to take to the hospital? For yourself and for the baby, you can take one baby liquid soap or solid baby soap in a soap dish. You will use it both for washing your newborn and for washing your hands. If you wish, of course, you can take different soaps for these purposes, but why do you need extra luggage? And one more thing about soap: some doctors recommend that mothers wash themselves with laundry soap after childbirth. It really is an excellent disinfectant that helps tighten wounds (tears, cuts). BUT! Laundry soap should be used only in the place of the seams themselves, you don’t need to climb “inside” - this remedy is too alkaline for the mucosa!

List of things for a newborn baby in the hospital (bag 3)

And now we will discuss the most pleasant: what to take to the hospital for the baby? The list for a newborn baby includes hygiene items, diapers and clothes.

List of things in the hospital for a child:

• Diapers, size 0 or 1 (2-5 kg ​​or 3-6 kg). One pack of 28 is usually sufficient;
• Baby soap(liquid or solid, in a soap dish);
• Cotton wool, cotton pads or cotton buds with a limiter to clean the baby's nose and ears, lubricate the umbilical wound;
• Wet wipes, disposable handkerchiefs;
• Baby cream, diaper cream. Keep in mind that any, even the most "hypoallergenic" cream may not be suitable for a child - take small packages with you;
• Maternity hospitals usually give out diapers, but if you want to use your own, include this item in the list. It will be enough 2 cotton and 2 flannel, size 60x90 cm. It is convenient, but expensive to use disposable absorbent diapers;
• Soft towel for baby;
• Undershirts or, even better, blouses with external seams and turn-down sleeves (open-closed handles). You can replace the bodysuit. The number should correspond to the number of days that you will spend in the hospital (to change the baby's clothes daily). Most likely, 4-5 pieces will suffice;
• Anti-scratch mittens made of thin cotton, if the blouses leave the tassels of the pens open;
• Rompers, cotton overalls - 4-5 pieces;
• Cotton caps 1 size - 2 pieces.

The main question that worries mothers regarding the "equipment" of the baby: what diapers (and it would be correct to say - diapers ) take to the hospital? It is difficult to say which diapers are best for a newborn. It is only clear that in the conditions of modern maternity hospitals, reusable diapers, gauze and diapers are absolutely not an option. Therefore, you need to choose from disposable. Like cream, diapers may not be suitable for a particular child, so you can take a small package of any diaper that is the right size and see if it suits you and your child by trial and error.

First aid kit in the maternity hospital: the list of necessary medicines is of interest to many pregnant women. Remember, you are going to the hospital! All necessary medicines will be given to you if necessary. Another issue is the caesarean section. In this case, you should check the list of medicines at the maternity hospital or perinatal center where it is planned to be carried out.

A lot of controversy is caused by a pacifier and a breast pump. To dispel your doubts on this matter, we recommend that you read our articles and

List of things for discharge from the hospital (bag 4)

Discharge from the hospital is the happiest event, for which, of course, you need to prepare in advance. Most expectant mothers are primarily concerned about clothes for discharge for the baby, and this is understandable: it is important not to overcool or overheat the baby.

Easiest with "summer" newborns . Their standard set of clothing includes a bonnet, blouse (vest or bodysuit) and sliders. Wrap the baby in a light blanket or put on a light overalls if you have to travel in a car.

What should I take to the hospital for a baby in winter? The list of things in the maternity hospital in winter is complemented by a warm hat, envelope or transforming overalls. Blanket and ribbon best idea if you have to carry the baby in the car. According to the rules, even a newborn must be transported in a special infant carrier. The blanket does not provide any slots for belts, as you understand. Under outerwear put on a flannel vest or blouse, sliders and a cap.

What to take a newborn to the hospital in autumn and spring? The off-season is a changeable time, it is easy for a baby to catch a cold. Dress him warmly enough, but do not overdress. During this period, depending on the weather, a demi-season envelope or overalls will do. If the baby was born at the beginning of spring or the end of autumn, you will have to use winter clothes.

Clothes for a new mom should be comfortable. Do not expect to immediately fit into "pre-pregnant" jeans. Few people can pull it off - some are surprised to note that the belly is only slightly smaller than during pregnancy. It is preferable to wear a dress or skirt on the day of discharge. The blouse should be loose, because with the advent of milk, the breasts become very large. Do not forget to put outdoor shoes in the discharge bag - stable, flat or with a small heel.

Photos to remember the day of discharge will remain with you forever, so make sure you have the necessary cosmetics. Tone cream indispensable on this day if your skin is not perfect.

You can download the list of things to the maternity hospital (*.doc format document) at the link spisok-rod dom. doc

We hope that our detailed list of necessary things will make your preparations for the hospital easy and joyful. Be sure to find out about the exact rules of a particular maternity hospital - each of them may have its own restrictions.

Easy childbirth!

So the waiting period for the baby is coming to an end, very soon you will be holding him in your arms.

This moment will be one of the happiest in life. But when the contractions begin, before the birth, believe me, it will be difficult to collect everything you need for the hospital.

At these moments, not at all. It is better about a week or two before the expected birth to collect a bag with necessary things to the maternity hospital.

The question arises: What should I take to the hospital? See below for my list of essentials that I collected for myself and the newborn.

When you enter a maternity hospital, the first thing you do is go to the prenatal room. Nothing is normally allowed to be taken into this room, except for a few items listed below (in the blue box). This is especially true if the maternity hospital is state-owned (free).

Therefore, when applying with you, you should only have:

1. Your passport
2. exchange card
3. obligatory medical insurance. policy
4. if childbirth is paid, then the contract (agreement) for childbirth
5. washable slippers. Do not take fluffy slippers.

These are the most basic, necessary things for admission to the generic. Usually, nothing else is allowed in a free maternity hospital. In paid maternity hospitals, they allow you to take many additional things, such as: a camera, a video camera, a cell phone (it is better to take it with a charger). But each specific maternity hospital has its own rules of permitted things and it is better to clarify them in advance. Eating before childbirth is not recommended, so do not stock up on food. But after getting into the ward where you will be with the child, you will need more things. After all, you have to live there with a newborn from 3 to 10 days, depending on the situation. List of necessary things for yourself and the newborn in the ward:

What you need to take to the hospital from clothes for yourself:

• gown is your daily wear in the hospital.
• nightgown or pajamas (a couple of pieces to replace). I really liked wearing a beautiful nightie for nursing mothers in the maternity hospital. She looks like a dress with hidden cuts for feeding a newborn. Very comfortably.
• socks
• nursing bras. (preferably a couple).

What you need to take to the hospital - hygiene items:

• soap with a soap dish, toothpaste and brush, comb, shampoo, small mirror.
• toilet paper
• sanitary pads are the largest (maxi, ultra super) or now they sell special ones for women in labor.
• panties. I used to take regular ones and wash them. Now you can take disposables with you to avoid this.
• a couple of towels
• cosmetics (useful on the day of discharge)
• cream for nipples - then the husband will buy if there is such a need. It is needed to lubricate cracked nipples. For me, it didn't work for me.

What you need to take to the hospital for a newborn:

Nurse girls themselves bring everything necessary for newborns. Diapers, undershirts and bonnets are issued daily in the right amount. Everything is sterile, so you do not need to take things for a newborn with you. But useful:

• baby soap
• cotton buds

It is not necessary to take diapers, diapers are given out in sufficient quantities, you will just change more often. A newborn baby without diapers will be even more comfortable :). Things like powder, brilliant green, hydrogen peroxide for treating the navel, body cream - everything is available in the maternity hospital, it is not necessary to take it with you. Especially if the maternity hospital is paid, such things are not useful there. The nurses themselves come and handle everything the baby needs. And the eyes will be washed and the navel will be treated and smeared with cream if necessary.

What to take to the hospital from things:

• dishes (cup, spoon, plate)
• notebook and pen

The food in the maternity hospital is tolerable, you can eat :). To be honest, after giving birth, it’s better to sit on such a diet for a while. It is adapted for them, for newborns (so that there are no rashes). You can bring tea bags and sugar with you. Relatives will bring everything else at your request.

What you need to take to the hospital for discharge:

These things do not need to be taken in advance.
On the day of discharge, relatives will bring:

• Clothes for mom. In order not to get into trouble, it is better to take things that were worn during pregnancy. Because the stomach does not leave so quickly, and you may not fit into another.

For a newborn, we take things with elements of blue or pink, depending on the gender of the child:

• Diaper
• Body or blouse or vest
• sliders
• thin cap
• Booties or socks
• Diaper (thin + thick). under a warm blanket.
• Take a camera or video camera (or both) for discharge so that this wonderful moment in your life remains on photographs. This point is especially important!

In the cold season (autumn, spring, winter), you will additionally need to be discharged:

• Warm cap
• Winter overalls or an envelope or a warm blanket with a ribbon

On this list of what you need to take to the hospital for yourself and the newborn ends.

P.S. Sweet gifts and flowers for the nurse will also come in handy, which will endure your baby, and the rest of the doctors at will. From the bottom of my heart I wish you an easy delivery and give birth to a strong healthy baby! Happiness to your family and home!

What to take with you to the hospital? Packing a bag for the hospital! What to take with you to the hospital? How to properly pack a bag for mom and baby and not forget anything?

Mom bag and baby bag

It is worth preparing in advance for the emergence of a new life. After all, as you know, future mother the process of childbirth can catch at an unexpected time and in an unexpected place. Things for mom and baby that may come in handy in the hospital should be collected 2-3 weeks before the immediate predicted date. Otherwise, you will need to ask relatives to do this, who, of course, can confuse and not find, in general, it is better to do everything for the expectant mother herself.

Things that you need to take with you to the hospital can be conditionally divided into those that are needed by the mother, and those that are necessary for the baby.

List of fees for the maternity hospital, (approved by a neonatologist):

Insurance policy

Exchange card with the results of the necessary tests

birth certificate

1. Shales;
2. 2 robes:

you wear one in the ward and it is better that it be lighter,

the other to the corridor, the toilet, to meet with relatives and it is better that it be warmer, because. can ventilate corridors

3. Hygiene accessories:

toothpaste

Toothbrush

hairbrush

2 children's soaps in soap dishes (one for hands, another for a child)

4. Crockery: cup, spoon, mug
5. Pampers for the little ones (do not be afraid of infertility - this is a myth! because spermatogenesis begins in adolescence, and before that you can wear diapers, go to the bath, etc. Moreover, overheating affects spermatozoa, which mature specifically in those 72 days in which a person is going to have children. And modern diapers remove heat and moisture from the body better than a wet poop diaper. If you really want to ventilate the baby's skin and avoid diaper rash, you just need to unbutton, open the diaper a little on the sides) By the way, according to the reviews of familiar mothers, the best diapers are Pampers companies. A child in the first month of life does his business 20 times a day - count on it
6. disposable women's swimming trunks (about 6 pieces, they are sold in pharmacies, I once saw them in RichToys);
7. super absorbent pads (no more than 1 pack, because at first they use sterile cotton diapers, which are given out in the maternity hospital);
8. 2 nursing bras (not underwired), choose a size larger than prenatal, because breasts will increase due to milk;
9. disposable absorbent pads for a bra, it is better to be more expensive and better at the rate of 2 pieces for every 3 hours;
10. postpartum bandage, helps muscle contraction, the early termination of secretions and prevents stretch marks;
11. cream for stretch marks (if you plan to use it);
12. rectal suppositories with glycerin (they will help to go to the toilet on the first day after childbirth, you can still use candles for hemorrhoids, because such a problem may arise after childbirth);
13. The drug for increasing lactation "Mlekoin". You can buy later if needed. This homeopathic remedy should not be combined with herbal teas that improve lactation, because the opposite effect is obtained; A normal volume of milk is produced with frequent attachment to the breast, the psychological comfort of the mother and favorable psychological contact with the child). There is a lot of milk for 2-3 days and it is necessary to ensure that it does not accumulate in the chest for a long time, if the child does not consume so much, then it is necessary to express it in order to avoid mastitis - temperature, pain, antibiotics, surgeons, etc. No need to use perfumes, deodorants, because. the natural smell of mother and milk intuitively helps the baby get used to and establish contact when feeding.

14. Breast pump (can be manual, it is cheaper and does not depend on the presence of an outlet. The best company is Philips Aventa). Required already in the hospital;
15. Protective pads for breastfeeding (in case of cracks). You can not buy right away, but find where they are sold and buy on demand;
16. Wet sanitary napkins, disposable handkerchiefs;
17. A wound healing agent, for example, Bepanten cream is suitable for diaper rash and irritations, injuries of the mother’s chest (the baby does not immediately know how to eat right, so you need to put the baby to the chest, touch the cheeks with your finger and when he opens his mouth, apply it so that he grabs it with his mouth not only the tip, but the entire areola;
18. Hygienic lipstick (in case of dry lips, you can actually anoint the same Bepanten);
19. Mobile phone with charger; The phone and charger have been used for years and are the dirtiest items in our everyday life, like money, so you need to get used to periodically wiping the phone with at least something, in the maternity hospital not to put the phone on the child, next to the child, in the crib, etc. Also wash your hands after talking on the phone.

20. Pen and notepad to record labor pressure, contraction intervals, doctor's name, advice and prescriptions

21. Towels (for shower, face, hands, intimate hygiene and small for crumbs);

22. Toilet paper - white, soft in a clean plastic bag. After childbirth, it is better to use soft wet wipes for intimate hygiene;

23. A set of clothes for the baby to be discharged (diaper, sliders, blouse, cotton hat, socks) and an “envelope” with a wide blue ribbon for bandaging the envelope (If there is no ribbon, then they will bandage it with a bandage and then it will be bandaged in the photo :) Before the extract will be handed over by relatives.

24. Hats and socks, blouses and sliders can be worn on a child during the days of stay in the hospital, because it can be cold or drafty, only new, clean ones are needed every day (by the way, all things that are purchased or sewn for a child need to be washed and ironed.

25. Money. I'm not sure what you need, but just in case, at least a little
26. Clothes for mom to be discharged (comfortable, clean, prepared in advance). Relatives will hand over before discharge. The clothes are 2 sizes larger than what was before pregnancy or something from what was worn at the beginning of pregnancy. Because after giving birth, it is impossible to return to 44 in 3 days.
26. Socks for mom are thin - in cases of examination by a doctor and warm terry - in childbirth and after there is chills

27. Drinking water (a bottle of 0.5-1 l no more !!) In the maternity hospital, you can already fill it
28. New razor.

29. Disposable toilet pads (sold in pharmacies)

30. Hair bands. Headbands, invisible hair - be sure to clean up the hair. Wear a headscarf while feeding.

31. Anti-scratches. Toddlers randomly move their legs and arms, touching their faces and being very frightened - mittens or vests with tightly sewn sleeves are required.

32. Car cradle for the baby to be discharged.

If you have to buy pacifiers, nipples for bottles, then it is better to choose orthodontic and definitely! made of hard material (not like Soviet, soft, yellow) and still necessarily - with a small hole. All this is necessary so that the child gets used to working with muscles during feeding and the sucking reflex is formed correctly, and orthodontic recesses are necessary for the correct laying of the tongue and the formation of the correct bite. If it is easy for the baby to get his own food through a large hole in the nipple, he will simply refuse breastfeeding, in which it is impossible without muscle work.

The list turned out to be chaotic (deviations from the list recommended in a particular maternity hospital are possible)

Try to sort things into groups: necessary for childbirth, after childbirth, for discharge.

After the birth begins and before leaving for the hospital, you should not eat food, because. Nausea may occur during childbirth. Water, acidified with drops of lemon, can help. Prepare ahead of time and refrigerate.

Relatives should be prepared to pick up dirty laundry regularly.

Relatives at the first visit can transfer at the request of the mother:
1. drinking water (if there is no desire to drink boiled water in the hospital);
2. tea (if you want), but you can’t add sugar to it (it gets into milk and causes gas in a child), it’s better to replace it with fructose from a pharmacy. The same applies to all sweet foods - condensed milk, juices, sweet yogurts.
3. Yeast-free bread or biscuit-type cookies - without yeast and sugar;
4. Milk. Dairy products (kefir, snowball, etc.) can cause diarrhea in a child. Concentrated foods (condensed milk, juice, mayonnaise, etc.) cause allergies, as do red, orange foods and other allergens (read more below about the nutrition of a nursing mother)

5. Boiled meat;
6. Vegetables, but only cooked (for example, stewed).

Relatives should be ready to feed the mother upon returning from the hospital not with salads, fatty chicken and cake, but with foods allowed for a nursing mother (read below) and it is advisable not to tempt with a forbidden feast, so as not to increase the impact of postpartum depression on the mood in the family.

Bag for mom (what we take with us to the hospital)

The most important thing that you need not to forget, and even more than that, always have documents with you on the 9th month:

Insurance policy;
exchange card with the results of the necessary tests;
passport;
direction;
phone to be always in touch with relatives.

If childbirth is paid, be sure to take the contract.

For the period of childbirth you will need:

Watch with a stopwatch to measure the duration of contractions and their frequency;
drinking (mineral water without gas or herbal tea for childbirth);
wet wipes;
slippers (washable).

Useful after childbirth:

Sanitary pads of high absorbency;
Bathrobe, home suit, nightgown, pajamas;
two nursing bras (preferably with a fastener in front);
underpants;
socks (warm, but not woolen);
handkerchiefs;
toiletries

You can take some entertainment with you, for example, a player, crossword puzzles, knitting. In addition, there will certainly be a desire to make notes about the first days of the baby’s life, your impressions, therefore, a notebook, a notebook with a pen will also not be superfluous.

Baby bag

Bag in the maternity hospital for the baby: diapers (you need to take in a small amount, because you should check how the child will react to them);

2-3 sweatshirts, vests, bodysuits (all cotton);

2-3 blouses with long sleeves;

2-3 pairs of sliders;

Socks, booties;

Anti-scratch socks and mittens;

A pair of thin and warm (flannel) bonnets;

Clothes for discharge just have to match the season.

All baby clothes should be pre-washed and ironed very carefully to avoid allergic reactions and irritation.

There are issues that cause controversy, they relate to the need for a pacifier in the hospital and the need to supplement and bottle feed the baby.

Of course, just in case, you can take a dummy, after making sure that it is intended specifically for babies from birth to three months. But some argue that using a pacifier on such early term may contribute to the fact that the child, getting used to it, will not take the breast well during feeding.

In many maternity hospitals, new mothers are strongly advised to additionally feed their baby from a bottle. This moment should be taken as seriously and responsibly as possible. Firstly, if the baby is fed additional mixtures and supplemented with boiled water or glucose solution, there is a risk of developing dysbacteriosis, indigestion and simply introducing an infection into a fragile body. Secondly, as with a pacifier, bottle sucking contributes to the formation of incorrect sucking habits. After all, only the muscles of the cheeks are involved with the nipple, and when sucking the breast, it is necessary to work with the muscles of the tongue.

If the rules of the hospital allow you to bring food with you, you can ask to bring:

Mineral water without gas;
fruits (green apples, bananas);
dried fruits (prunes, raisins, but in no case dried apricots);
boiled meat (nursing mothers should not eat eggs and poultry meat)
Black tea.

When the long-awaited moment of discharge comes, in the hustle and bustle it is important not to forget important things:

Pick up an exchange card;

Pick up a sheet describing the state of health of the child (specify what procedures were done, vaccinations, with the introduction of which drugs);

Notify the children's clinic about the birth of a child and invite a patronage nurse.

A woman who will soon become a mother must carefully prepare for the first "date" with her baby. Things that will be required in the hospital must be collected in advance. Sometimes it is very difficult to fill a woman's bag, especially for those who go to the hospital for the first time. Every pregnant woman needs to know what to take with her.

List of things in the maternity hospital for mom and baby

A list of everything you need must be compiled in advance and categorized. Under each section of the list, take a separate bag to make it easier to navigate in the hospital. It is best to collect two for yourself. In one of them, pack everything for the day of childbirth, and in the next, what you will need after them. Take the third bag to the hospital for things for the baby. You can also collect a fourth for discharge.

According to the sanitary standards of the maternity hospital in Moscow and other cities, it is forbidden to take a bag made of fabric, leather, and other materials that accumulate a lot of bacteria. Therefore, it is preferable to purchase dense plastic bags. Always place essentials on top. The list of everything to take with you to the hospital should be started early so that by the 36th week the bags are already completely ready.

What documents are needed upon admission

The specific list depends on the requirements of the maternity hospital chosen by the future parents. See a sample list of documents. Please note that for each paper in the maternity hospital, it is better to take an additional copy. You are required to always carry documents with you from the 31st week. You will be admitted to the hospital if you have:

• civil passports;
• compulsory medical insurance policy;
• exchange card;
• delivery contract (signed with a number of medical institutions);
• birth certificate;
• spouse's documents: a copy of the passport, data on the date of the last fluorography and analyzes (if partnership childbirth is expected).

Necessary things in the maternity hospital for mom

This includes clothing and personal hygiene items. It is better to take with you everything that can come in handy, even if some things are given out in the hospital, it is more pleasant and calmer for many to use their own. Do not forget about money for unplanned expenses, including small ones. Be sure to take your cell phone and charger with you. If you use a tablet, then do not forget about the network adapter for it.

Things you need for childbirth

Remember what to take with you to the hospital:

• rubber slippers (they should be easy to wash);
• a nightgown or dressing gown that easily opens the chest (with buttons or zippers, with a smell);
• at least one and a half liters drinking water;
• hygienic lipstick;
• soap;
• towel;
• at least two pairs of socks;
• several disposable diapers;
• wipes (wet and plain).

In the same bag you need to put a minimum of things for the newborn:

• diaper;
• vest with sliders or overalls;
• bonnet.

What you need after giving birth

Some things from the previous list will also fall here. What to take with you to the hospital for the period after childbirth:

1. Clothing, if the maternity hospital allows you to wear your own things. You will need a house dress and a cotton robe that opens easily at the front. Take 5 disposable or plain cotton underpants, one or two nursing bras, and interchangeable liners for them. This list includes a postpartum bandage if you plan to wear one. If you are in the hospital in winter, take warm sweatpants and a few pairs of socks.
2. Bedding set.
3. Gaskets. Two packages of special postpartum ones are enough. Some women take ordinary pads: night or other with maximum absorbency. Just buy not with a mesh top layer, but with a soft breathable one.
4. Items for personal care. Toothpaste, brush, toilet paper roll, two towels (the first for the face, the second for the body), a comb, hair clips or hair ties, a mirror, baby soap, shampoo, deodorant, facial cream, wipes.
5. Dishes. Take a mug, a deep plate and a spoon from home.
6. Medicines. Cream for treating nipple cracks, glycerin suppositories, vitamins. Be sure to take the drugs that you need to use on an ongoing basis. It is advisable to bring an electronic thermometer with you. If you have been cesarean section, the doctor will issue a separate list of medicines and materials for processing.
7. Nail scissors.
8. Leisure. Take what you can do with your free time: a tablet, magazines, a book.
9. Drinking water.

What to take to the hospital for a newborn

The baby will also need a lot of things and accessories. What to take with your child to the hospital:

• size zero diapers (pack of about 28 pieces);
• children's cotton swabs;
• sterile cotton wool or discs;
• cream for diapers and other accessories for baby skin care;
• 5 cotton diapers and more disposable ones;
• soft towel;
• 4-5 vests or bodysuits (the exact number is equal to the number of days that you will be in the hospital);
• 4-5 scratches;
• 4-5 pairs of sliders or overalls;
• a couple of hats.

What to buy for check out

On this solemn day, both mommy and baby will conquer everyone with their beauty. You already know what a bag to the hospital should be filled with. You will need far fewer items to check out. What to take to the hospital:

1. Most likely you will be taking the child home in the car. In this case, you will definitely need a car seat, even if you order a taxi.
2. If the baby was born in the summer, take a hat, bodysuit or blouse with a vest, light overalls or a thin blanket. The more elegant the clothes, the better.
3. For winter, you will need an envelope, transforming overalls and a warm hat. You may be interested in buying a complete discharge kit that has everything you need. They produce ready-made summer and winter sets.
4. For yourself, prepare comfortable beautiful clothes, for example, a dress, shoes without a heel.
5. Cosmetics. Touch up before discharge from the hospital, at least lightly. Without makeup in photos and videos, you may appear too tired.
6. Remind dad, family, or friends to bring flowers or other staff rewards.